One of Dorset's most famous natural landmarks is set for an illuminating experience.

 

For one night only, on Thursday, October 1, Durdle Door will be lit up as lighting designers descend on the Jurassic Coast to celebrate the International Year of Light.

 

The Bournemouth based design team led by Michael Grubb will create a scene designed to be reminiscent of an impressionist painting by placing a person in a rowing boat under the iconic arch of Durdle Door.

 

Using a variety of lighting tricks, from a boat, the team plans to fill the arch with reflected light.

 

Additional lighting from the shore will also provide warmth to the landscape.

 

This will join nine other lighting installations, all simultaneously lighting UNESCO World Heritage Sites across the UK and Ireland.

 

Weather dependant, it is expected to take place from 6.10pm.